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PakistanSaudi Arabia Conclude 'Al Battar-II' Counterterrorism Exercise in Tabuk

Officials said the drills met objectives to signal closer defense ties under the new Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement.

Overview

  • The exercise ran from November 18 to 26 in Tabuk with a focus on counterterrorism training.
  • Elite teams from Pakistan’s Special Services Group and the Saudi Army conducted joint drills.
  • Training emphasized urban operations, response to improvised explosive devices, and integrated battlefield simulations.
  • The General Officer Commanding SSG served as Pakistan’s chief guest at the closing ceremony alongside senior Saudi military leaders.
  • Organisers said all objectives were achieved and reported improved interoperability and preparedness, with the drills held two months after the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement that includes a mutual-defense clause.